Join us in solving global energy challenges for future generations.
At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future. We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?
Our new business segment Power Solutions are offering power systems and products from low to high voltage. This includes subsea substations, full hydropower electro-mechanical packages, control systems, and condition monitoring solutions for all renewable markets. We develop hydropower solutions, including expansion of existing technology, internally and through partnership. As part of our offerings, we deliver mid to large scale manufacturing service with associated engineering, ranging from R&D to defined products.
Our Supply Chain Department in Power Solutions is looking for QS/Supplier Lead. We are building a Supply Chain Department almost from scratch, setting up an ERP system with processes and procedures while building a quality supplier base to be able to deliver our services to the global market. Our aim is to build a first-class Supply Chain department to ensure we deliver on our commitments and exceed our customer’s expectations. You will develop and have ownership of QS process in Power Solution including setting and monitoring performance objectives.
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What will you be doing?
- Responsible for QS in Tenders, communicate and involve required stakeholders
- Responsible to contract 2nd party inspection companies and follow up inspections performances and invoices including claim
- Make sure adequate competences is available and used when utilizing 2nd party resources
- Responsible for identifying internal and external quality training
- Responsible to ensure that inspection is performed according to Aker Solutions and project requirements
- Review non-conformity on material where inspection have been conducted to establish preventive actions
- Follow up and report on KPI’s
- Participate in QS network across segments and other global networks to add value and optimizing the QS process
- Drive and implement improvements initiatives, including Supplier Quality Improvement programs
- Ensure that QS budget is established for projects
- Monitoring the performance of suppliers; drive “zero-defect” awareness
- Ensure and drive high-quality RCA and 8D competence at assigned suppliers
- Validate that supplier preventative actions are mitigating known defects
- Participation in Supplier audits, where required
- Actively contribute to meet targets / KPI`s for the regional team
We think you should have:
- Manufacturing/engineering or business/commercial degree. Relevant experience may compensate for lack of higher education
- Solid understanding of quality control & quality surveillance principals
- Competent leadership skills within own organization and in key interfaces
- Building and operating international departments/activities
- Continuous improvement / LEAN
- Able to manage Client contacts, discussions and expectations with regard to QS service
- Team leadership experience
More reasons to work with us:
- Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on a wide variety of projects ranging from oil and gas, renewables (carbon capture, hydrogen and offshore wind) to aqua culture
- A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions throughout the different phases of your life journey
- Competitive pay and benefits with excellent pension and insurance schemes as well as private health services provided by Aker Care
- Access to welfare club with free gym facilities, sports equipment hire and cabins for rent in the mountains and by the sea
- Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days per week
Interested? Contact us.
For more information about the position, please contact: Cathinka Nielsen Senior Advisor, NES Advantage Solutions, email; cathinka.nielsen@nesfircroft.com Only applicants with valid work visa / residence in Norway will be reviewed.
Applications will be evaluated continuously, so no need to wait until the deadline to apply.
NES Advantage Solutions is Aker Solutions’ global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services.
Semac background checks are performed on all final candidates.
Diversity and Inclusion
Aker Solutions is empowered by its diverse workforce. We ensure a good working environment where equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion are considered vital to our success. We believe diversity creates value, attracts talent, and makes life more interesting. We therefore encourage and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds related to race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, and more.
This is Aker Solutions
Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 15,000 people in more than 20 countries.
